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Russia still importing Michelin aviation tyres despite sanctions, records suggest

30/12/2025 16:00 The Guardian

Exclusive: Sales via intermediary companies appear to continue despite Michelin’s attempts to cut off tradeRussia has continued to use intermediary companies, including one apparently based in the UK, to import aviation tyres made by the French firm Michelin despite attempts to stop the trade, customs records suggest.Despite sanctions on the sale of civilian and aviation tyres to Russia, which is critically dependent on foreign suppliers, an analysis of records indicates that a significant number are continuing to get through. Continue reading...

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30/12/2025 18:25 The Guardian
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30/12/2025 17:57 The Guardian
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30/12/2025 17:19 The Guardian
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30/12/2025 14:47 The Guardian
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30/12/2025 05:00 The Guardian
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30/12/2025 00:01 The Guardian
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